Lucy, Selam to Promote Ethiopia’s Rich Early History Heritages in Central Europe

Addis Ababa, August 15, 2025 (ENA) -- Tourism Minister Selamit Kassa said that the remains of Lucy (Dinknesh) and Selam will promote Ethiopia’s rich prehistory heritage in a new way during their stay in Central Europe.

These exceptionally significant human fossils, discovered in Ethiopia and confirmed as the oldest in the realm of human evolution studies, have traveled to Prague today.

The farewell ceremony at the Addis Ababa Bole International Airport was attended by Selamawit Kasa, the Minister of Tourism, and Miroslav Kosek, the Czech Ambassador to Ethiopia.

An international exhibition promoting Ethiopia’s rich heritage will be held in Central Europe. The exhibition will feature Lucy and Selam at the Prague Museum.

The Minister said on the occasion that one of the features that Ethiopia is known for in the world is its place of origin for the human race, highlighting the efforts being made to enhance and promote this image internationally.

 

Today, the remains of Lucy (Dinqnesh) and Selam will be sent to the Czech Republic, where they will be exhibited for public viewing at the National Museum in Prague.

“To date, Ethiopia has been promoting Lucy to the world; now it’s Lucy’s turn to promote the new Ethiopia to the whole world,” said the Minister.

The fossils will showcase to the world that Ethiopia is indeed the Land of Origins and the true cradle of humankind

These most treasured fossils will be featured in a historic exhibition titled “Human Origins and Fossils” at the National Museum of the Czech Republic, opening on August 25, 2025.

The exhibition is believed to offer tourists and researchers in Europe a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see the fossils firsthand.

Additionally, it grants visitors a deeper understanding of why Ethiopia is referred to as the 'Land of Origins' and is recognized as the genuine cradle of humankind.

Business forums, art exhibitions, and various events showcasing Ethiopian resources will also take place.